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Cayman Islands Facts & Information
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| Location |
Caribbean, island group in Caribbean Sea, nearly one-half
of the way from Cuba to Honduras |
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| Climate |
Tropical marine, warm, rainy summers May to
October and cool, relatively dry winters November to April |
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| Terrain |
Low-lying limestone base surrounded by coral
reefs |
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| Population |
44,270 |
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| Nationality |
Caymanian |
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| Ethnic groups |
Mixed 40%, white 20%, black 20%, expatriates
of various ethnic groups 20% |
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| Religions |
United Church, Anglican, Baptist, Church of
God, other Protestant, Roman Catholic |
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| Languages |
English |
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| Government Type |
British crown colony |
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| Capital |
George Town |
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| Currency |
Caymanian dollar (KYD) |
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| Description of Flag |
Blue, with the flag of the UK in the upper
hoist-side quadrant and the Caymanian coat of arms centered
on the outer half of the flag; the coat of arms includes a pineapple
and turtle above a shield with three stars and a scroll at the
bottom bearing the motto HE HATH FOUNDED IT UPON THE SEAS |
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| Cayman Islands Flag |
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More Information
www.cia.gov
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